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Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars

Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars for Cozy Fall Moments

Salted Caramel Apple Crumble Bars combine sweet apples and salty caramel for an irresistible dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for best results
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt can be omitted for a completely unsalted version
For the Filling
  • 4 cups apples a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
For the Topping
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup additional flour mixture any remaining flour mixture

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until blended. Gradually stir in flour until coarse crumbs form. Press two-thirds into the pan.
  3. In another bowl, toss sliced apples with cinnamon and nutmeg. Spread evenly over the crust.
  4. Drizzle caramel sauce over the apple filling, ensuring even distribution.
  5. Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over the caramel and apples, covering them completely.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown topping and tender apples. Let cool in the pan for about 30-45 minutes.
  7. Lift out the parchment paper to remove the block, then slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars taste best served warm, drizzled with extra caramel.

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